The Dying Place

by Charly Cox

Pub Date: 9 Mar 2023

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on 3 Feb 2023

My Recommendation

 

Detective Alyssa Wyatt and Cord and back to investigate the disappearance of Reagan, a young woman reported missing by her family.  Unfortunately, Rheagan brutally beaten body is found and another young woman, Kennedy is reported missing.  The medical examiner finds a message for Wyatt in Rheagan and Wyatt now know this isn’t the first time the killer has struck.  He refers to an unsolved case 14 years earlier that Wyatt was involved in.  The clock is ticking and they need to locate Kennedy before she ends up like Rheagan and ultimately, to find the perpetrator behind these heinous crimes.
Fast paced, the twists and turns will have you wanting to turn those pages and discover the true identity of the killer.  Another fantastic saga from Charly Cox.  Can’t wait for the next instalment.

 

The Doctor's Wife

by Daniel Hurst

Pub Date: 31 Jan 2023

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on 3 Feb 2023

My Recommendation

 

When Dr Drew Devlin suggests to his wife, Fern that they move from Manchester to a Scottish village, Aberness, to enjoy a quieter pace of life, she decides it would be a good move for them.  However, Drew doesn’t know that Fern knows his secret and the real motive for the upheaval.  Fern and Drew befriend another Manchester born couple, Alice and Rory.  
The book is told from different peoples viewpoint and soon escalates into something a bit more dark and sinister then you first expect.  A really gripping plot that you will want to consume in one sitting!

 

Those People Next Door

by Kia Abdullah

Pub Date: 19 Jan 2023

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on 3 Feb 2023

My Recommendation

 

Salma, Bill and son Zain move away from their current home and troubles to a safe neighbourhood, Blenheim.  With the hopes a finding some new friends, they can’t wait to meet the new neighbours, Tom, Willa and Jamie.  The initial meet at a BBQ goes well, then Salma sees Tom knock down a ‘black lives matter’ banner and when Salma moves the banner to the window, she finds her window painted over.  A line of racist incidents occur and soon spirals out of control when a life altering incident and consequences alters these families lives forever.
A powerful storyline with a shocking tale of racism underlying the plot.  Really thought provoking.

 

The Stranger in Our House

by Sarah A. Denzil

Pub Date: 7 Feb 2023

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on 3 Feb 2023

My Recommendation

 

The Aitken family leave suburbia to the village of Little Crake.  One night, 15 old Noah disappear in the woods and the whole village search for him.  He is found a few days later with superficial injuries but it not the same boy he was.  Noah, once studious is now causing trouble at school and the family are really concerned about him.
Told through diary entries and journalistic pieces, the tale is fast paced and takes an unexpected turn towards the end.  This book will not disappoint!

 

THE GIRL UNDER THE FLOOR

by Charlie Gallagher

Pub Date: 26 Jan 2023

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on 23 Jan 2023

My Recommendation

 

Detective Maddie Ives is back to investigate an unusual scene.  A couple have been stabbed to death in a frenzied attack at their home, with their hand tied behind their backs.  This is the second such scene in a few days.
Maddie needs to connect the two murders to solve the case.
Bit of a slow burner but with an intriguing outcome.  Part of a series but can be read as a standalone book.

 

The Summer House

by Keri Beevis

Pub Date: 6 Mar 2023

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on 23 Jan 2023

My Recommendation

 

Camille Hamilton was meeting her lover in her Grandmothers summer house.  She puts in the blindfold left for her, but then realises it is not her lover but a brutal killer that doesn’t appreciate their relationship.  
17 years later, the Grandmother has passed away and Camille siblings, twins Lana and Ollie come to sort through the estate.  Though it seems someone is not happy to have Lana back in town as she is mowed down one evening,  Lana escapes and while recovering, starts clearing Camilles old room and discovers her sisters secret journal that mentions the secret lover, G.  Perhaps, the person convicted for the crime was really innocent? 
An excellent standalone book by Keri Beevis, who continues to blow all expectations out the window.

 

The Girl in the Pink Shoes

by Stacy Green

Pub Date: 30 Jan 2023

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on 23 Jan 2023

My Recommendation

 

Private Investigator Lucy Kendall is trying to find out what happen to 8 year Kailey who went to school but has now disappeared.  Lucy also has her own personal vendetta campaign trying to rid the town of sex offenders using a specific method.  Lucy has very strong feelings to wards sex offenders after her sister took her own life after being attacked by one of her mums boyfriends.
Lucy encounters Chris, a like minded vigilante.  The pair are conducting their own investigation despite police involvement.  Together they strive to find Kailey before it’s too late.
A really good read, the start of a compelling series.  Can’t wait to see what Lucy does next.  You can sympathise with the underlying cause to her action